Charge purchases to your student account at the University Store

Thursday, August 11. 2011
Through September 6, students can charge textbooks and other eligible classroom supplies to their student accounts and pay later or make payments. Eligible items include required textbooks, study guides and syllabus items, classroom supplies such as notebooks, pens, art supplies and nursing uniforms, backpacks, calculators, Murray State day planners, jump drives, rewriteable CDs and prepackage orders. For more information contact the University Store at 270.809.4388 or drop by during our extended hours! View extended hours at www.murraystate.edu/bookstore.

Posted by Tony Powell in Events at 23:12

Help teens in foster care find HOPE

Thursday, July 28. 2011
Murray State University’s Training Resource Center and the Cabinet for Health and Family Services need your help to provide HOPE for foster teens in Kentucky. HOPE is: Helping to Organize, Provide for and Empower youth. The goal of the program is simple: to help teens in out-of-home care (foster care) transition successfully into adulthood. You could be a mentor to a teen who lives in your community! We are looking for mentors that are at least 21 years old and can make a one year commitment. Please join us for an orientation session from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m., September 14, at the MSU Paducah Campus, 3000 Irvan Cobb Dr., Paducah, Ky.


Posted by Tony Powell in Events at 15:23

Sixth annual AT&T Women in Telecom Golf Day set for Sept. 15

Thursday, July 21. 2011
The date is set for the sixth annual AT&T Women in Telecom Golf Day. On Sept. 15, women from all aspects of the telecom industry will come together for a day of networking and fun at Murray State University’s beautiful Miller Memorial Golf Course.


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Posted by Tony Powell in Events at 15:09

Fritz going-away party is July 26

Thursday, July 21. 2011
The staff in the Dining Services and Racer Hospitality office would like to invite friends and colleagues to a going-away party for Richard Fritz, Director of Dining Services. The party will be held on Tuesday, July 26 from 2-3:30 p.m. in the Curris Center Dance Lounge.
Posted by Tony Powell in Events at 15:02

Bark in the Park is Saturday, July 2

Thursday, June 23. 2011
The Calloway County Humane Society's 16th Annual Bark in the Park is Saturday, July 2, from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. in the Murray Central Park. Bring your dog for all the concessions, paw painting, obedience demonstrations, microchipping, and contests galore such as dog/human look-alike, best bark, photo contest and more.

Rules:

1. Be aware of the heat. Dos, especially younger puppies and senior dogs, get overheated easily.
2. Dogs must remain on leash, up-to-date on shots, and accompanied by owner at all times.
3. No females in season or aggressive/nervous dogs.
4. No cats!
5. No pets for sale at the event.
Posted by Tony Powell in Events at 14:47

University Store sale

Thursday, June 16. 2011
The University Store's End-of-the-Fiscal-Year Blowout Sale is June 20-24. Receive 20% off entire stock of school supplies. Offer good on departmental charges only.
Posted by Tony Powell in Events at 20:13

Summer Solutions offers free leadership series

Thursday, June 9. 2011
Murray State University’s Hopkinsville campus is offering families and service providers with a free series highlighting behavior management strategies for young children with developmental disabilities called "Summer Solutions Leadership Series." On Wednesday, June 15 from 10-11:30 a.m., keynote speaker Dr. Laura Liljequist will lead the series which will have a special emphasis on management of children with down syndrome. Dr. Liljequist is a professor of Psychology at MSU, whose focus is on family dynamics and parenting.

The series is hosted by MSU's Hopkinsville campus, located at 5305 Ft. Campbell Blvd. Interested individuals are asked to RSVP to Dr. Kelly Kleinhans or Stacey Lewis at 270-809-2446. This free series is provided through funding by the MSU Speech and Hearing Clinic and Office of Regional Stewardship and Outreach.
Posted by Tony Powell in Events at 09:30

College of Education hosts "Waiting for Superman” and panel discussion

Thursday, June 9. 2011
The Murray State University College of Education will host a “Waiting for Superman” documentary viewing and panel discussion on Thursday, June 16, 2011 from 9:00am - 12:00pm in the Curris Center’s 3rd floor theater. At the conclusion of the documentary, a panel consisting of K-12 and higher education faculty will discuss the movie and how it relates to the local education.


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Posted by Tony Powell in Events at 09:29

MSU to host Summer Residency Readings

Thursday, June 2. 2011
Murray State University’s MFA Program will host its Summer Residency Readings July 11-14, with evening readings by nationally acclaimed writers. All readings will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Clara Eagle Gallery located on the 6th floor of the MSU Price-Doyle Fine Arts Building. The readings are free and open to the public.

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Posted by Tony Powell in Events at 14:50

Need Line fundraiser is June 6 at Lovett Auditorium

Thursday, June 2. 2011
Need Line is a vital organization in our community that assists in meeting various needs such as requests for food, assistance on utility bills, rent, cleaning and hygiene products, medical transportation, life sustaining medication and much more for the residents of the City of Murray and Calloway County.


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Posted by Tony Powell in Events at 14:45

Chronic Disease Self-Management Program lay leader training

Thursday, June 2. 2011
A 4-day workshop to train lay leaders how to conduct Stanford University’s Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP) courses in their own communities is scheduled for June 20 - 23, 2011, at Lake Barkley State Resort Park. Tentative workshop times are 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.


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Posted by Tony Powell in Events at 14:42

Robotics summer camps offered by College of Education

Thursday, May 26. 2011
MSU’s College of Education will be hosting two Robotics camps for students interested in science and engineering. The camps are scheduled across five weeks throughout June and July. Students will have five week-long camps to choose from and can attend from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 1 to 4 p.m.


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Posted by Tony Powell in Events at 18:06

Taichi for employees

Thursday, May 26. 2011
Tai Chi for MSU Faculty/Staff will continue through the summer on Mondays and Wednesdays from 11:30 am -12:15 pm in the Dance Studio of the Carr Health Building. Beginners are welcome. The art of Taichichuan (Taichi) is practiced daily by millions of people around the world. Practitioners of this art experience both health improvement and stress relief. The Taichi class is taught by Wayne Harper who has 43 years of experience in Oriental Martial Arts. For more information, please contact Amelia Dodd at amelia.dodd@murraystate.edu or 809-6463.
Posted by Tony Powell in Events at 18:04

Department of Military Science Spring 2011 Army ROTC Commissioning Ceremony

Thursday, May 12. 2011
The Department of Military Science Army ROTC program, a part of Continuing Education and Academic Outreach, announces its Spring 2011 Commissioning Ceremony. Four cadets are scheduled to be commissioned as Second Lieutenants in the United States Army today, May 13, 2011. The ceremony will be held in the Freed Curd Auditorium (Room 231) which is located in the Collins Center for Industry and Technology at 11:00 a.m. The guest speaker will be COL Jerry Penner, who received his commission through the MSU program in 1982. He recently accepted the position of Chief Executive Officer of the Murray-Calloway County Hospital. The University community is invited to the ceremony as well as the reception that will follow. The reception will be held in the lobby outside the offices of the Department of Military Science on the second floor of the Blackburn Science Building.
Posted by Tony Powell in Events at 12:29

University store visits regional campuses to buy back books

Thursday, May 5. 2011
If you're a student at a regional campus, don't worry, the University Store is coming to you to buy your unwanted books! Visits are on:

Paducah Campus: 3 - 6 p.m. on Monday, May 16, 2011
Hopkinsville Campus: 3 - 6 p.m. on Monday, May 16, 2011
Madisonville Campus: 3 - 6 p.m. on Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Henderson Campus: Meet us in the middle at Madisonville on May 17!

Don't forget, as a regional campus student you can also request prepackage on or by your buy back date and save 5% on your order (excluding rentals) AND free shipping to your door.
Posted by Tony Powell in Events at 12:48

Midnight Breakfast is Sunday, May 8 from 9 p.m.-midnight at Winslow

Thursday, May 5. 2011
It's a Murray State tradition! If you have a student ID, come to Winslow Dining Hall from 9 p.m.-midnight on the Sunday before finals for a free breakfast with friends - no meal plan required. Once again we'll be bringing out Guitar Hero and Dance Dance Revolution - compete against other students for a chance to win a $10 iTunes gift card!
Posted by Tony Powell in Events at 12:39

Murray State in a “Race to Give” for flood victims in the region

Thursday, May 5. 2011
The University communications office at Murray State University is sponsoring a “Race To Give” initiative to aid flood victims in the region. The Paducah Power System, in conjunction with WKYQ, is sponsoring a “Stuff a Truck” project. The American Red Cross will distribute the collected and much-needed cleaning supplies for flood victims throughout the area.


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Posted by Tony Powell in Events at 12:34

ISO's Multicultural Night is tonight from 4-8:30 p.m. at Winslow Dining Hall

Friday, April 29. 2011
The International Student Organization's annual Multicultural Night is tonight (April 29) at Winslow! Come experience the diverse cultures of international students who attend Murray State. Try food from around the world and watch performances by students. All faculty, staff, community members and students are invited to attend. Prices are: $9.50 for community members, $8.00 for faculty/staff and $6.00 for students. All cash and credit card proceeds are split between Japan Relief and ISO programs.
Posted by Tony Powell in Events at 08:52

Final Saturday plant sale is April 30

Friday, April 29. 2011
MSU Horticulture will be having the last Saturday plant sale this Saturday, April 30, from 8 a.m. - 12 noon at the Pullen Farm Greenhouses. The greenhouses are located at 300 Hickory Dr., Murray, Ky. Beautiful blooming annuals, perennials, vegetables and trees all grown by students. Superior quality, great prices and service!
Posted by Tony Powell in Events at 08:51

Traffic safety checkpoints

Friday, April 29. 2011
Murray State University Public Safety Department will be conducting traffic safety checkpoints on campus from May 2 through May 13. Officers will be checking for impaired drivers, children that are not properly restrained in child safety seats, and to inform the public about the use of seatbelts. The checkpoints will be conducted at approved locations on campus.
Posted by Tony Powell in Events at 08:50

University Store visits regional campuses to buy back books

Friday, April 29. 2011
If you're a student at a regional campus, don't worry, the University Store is coming to you to buy your unwanted books! Visits are on:

Paducah Campus: 3 - 6 p.m. on Monday, May 16, 2011
 Hopkinsville Campus: 3 - 6 p.m. on Monday, May 16, 2011
Madisonville Campus: 3 - 6 p.m. on Tuesday, May 17, 2011
 Henderson Campus: Meet us in the middle at Madisonville on May 17!

Don't forget, as a regional campus student you can also request prepackage on or by your buy back date and save 5% on your order (excluding rentals) AND free shipping to your door.

Posted by Tony Powell in Events at 08:49

Student Appreciation Sale May 5-8 at the University Store

Friday, April 29. 2011
To congratulate our students on another successful year at Murray State, the University Store is offering 20% off any item with a MSU logo in-store from May 5-8. Stock up on new Racer gear for next school year!
Posted by Tony Powell in Events at 08:48

Kentucky deferred compensation representative on campus May 3

Friday, April 29. 2011
Michael Kubica, the new Kentucky Deferred Compensation Representative, will be at Murray State University in the Cumberland Room of the Curris Center, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 3, 2011. Please call (270) 366-1090 to schedule an appointment. Drop-ins are welcome.
Posted by Tony Powell in Events at 08:47

Sell your books and prepackage for big savings and free tees at the University Store

Friday, April 29. 2011
The University Store is buying back your used textbooks every day! During finals week we're buying books May 9-12 from 8 a.m.-6:30 p.m. and May 13 from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. in the store. We'll also be at Winslow on May 10-11 from 12-7 p.m. and May 12 from 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. to buy your books. Don't forget to return any textbook rentals to the store by 4:30 p.m. on May 13. Late or nonreturned textbook rentals will be charged in full to your student account.


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Posted by Tony Powell in Events at 08:46

Midnight Breakfast is Sunday, May 8 from 9 p.m.-midnight at Winslow

Friday, April 29. 2011
It's a Murray State tradition! If you have a student ID, come to Winslow Dining Hall from 9 p.m.-midnight on the Sunday before finals for a free breakfast with friends - no meal plan required. Once again we'll be bringing out Guitar Hero and Dance Dance Revolution - compete against other students for a chance to win a $10 iTunes gift card!
Posted by Tony Powell in Events at 08:45
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